Wed, April 23, 2025

by: WBUR

On spring's 'Big Night,' frogs and salamanders brave New England's busy streets

After a long and frigid winter, the sound of spring peepers singing from beaver bogs is a welcome one for New Englanders. But before frogs can start their songs, a massive migration has to take place. On a handful of spring nights, millions of amphibians mobilize all at once.

by: KTVX

Salt Lake Bees' new stadium in Daybreak expected to bring economic impacts, growth to local businesses

South Jordan is home to local businesses and neighbors who say they're starting to feel the effects of increased foot traffic from a new baseball stadium.

by: WDSU

New Orleans businesses brace for impact of tariffs

Some tariffs related to the auto industry are set to be in place at midnight.

by: KTVI

Ex-finance manager admits embezzling $700K from St. Louis County charity

The former human resources manager at a charity that houses adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities pleaded guilty on Tuesday to embezzling nearly $700K from the organization.

by: Tennessean

Candy McCampbell, Tennessean business news pioneer and role model, dies at 78

A role model, particularly for women journalists, McCampbell drew praise from former colleagues and community leaders.

by: Patch

Elmhurst D205 Picks Top Finance Official

One board member declined to vote for the new assistant superintendent of finance. He explained why.

by: WHTM

Vehicle crashes into Chambersburg business

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — A vehicle crashed into a local business in Chambersburg last night. According to the Greater Chambersburg Area Paid Fire Fighters Association, IAFF Local 1813 on Facebook, on April 5 at around 8:08 p.m., crews were dispatched to the 100 block of S. Main St. for reports of a vehicle accident into […]

by: TechCrunch

Froda secures $23M Series B for its debt financing platform for SMEs | TechCrunch

Swedish Fintech startup Froda has secured a $22.7 million (€20m) Series B round led by Incore Invest, also based in Sweden. The move bucks the trend of a

by: AOL

Musk on Trump tariffs: I'm an advocate for 'free trade and lower tariffs'

On Tesla's first quarter earnings call last night, CEO Elon Musk reiterated one clear distinction between him and President Trump: Tariffs are bad.

by: legit

IMF warns of 'intensified' risks to outlook for public finances

Donald Trump's tariff plans have increased the risks to public finances, the International Monetary Fund said Wednesday, warning countries to get their spending plans under control and prepare for "sharper" trade-offs.

by: Forbes

Intangible Assets: The New Currency Of Business Success

This article provides actionable strategies to transform intangibles into sustainable competitive advantages.

by: Fortune

IRS refunds are 32% lower on average so far this tax season

That's about $1,000 less per taxpayer.

by: Impacts

Maximizing Approval Odds for Equipment Financing with Bad Credit

Facing obstacles when trying to secure equipment financing because of poor credit? Your business can acquire essential equipment despite having bad credit. The expansion of the finance market provides new possibilities for companies that encounter credit obstacles. Businesses that have credit scores around the 500s still stand a chance to secure equipment financing. There are […]

by: ProPakistani

Finance Minister Wants Private Sector to Help Deal With Climate and Population Challenges

The Embassy of Pakistan in Washington DC hosted a landmark economic dialogue on the sidelines of the IMF and World Bank Spring Meetings, bringing together

by: Moneycontrol

Shriram Finance Q4 Preview: Double-digit profit growth likely amid strong loan growth

Shriram Finance's NII is projected to increase by 14.3 percent YoY to Rs 5,815 crore in Q4FY25, up from Rs 5,087 crore in the year ago period

by: Reuters

ANZ appoints Raciti country head of Singapore and head of SEA, India and Mideast

Australia's ANZ said on Wednesday that Chris Raciti has been appointed ANZ country head of Singapore, with regional oversight for ANZ's businesses in eight markets across Southeast Asia, India and the Middle East.

by: CNN

NH business owner says tariffs forced him to cut most staff | CNN Business

Scott Anderson joins The Lead

by: Insider

I'm a financial advisor and my wealthy clients are worried. Here are 4 tips I'm giving them right now.

Kelsey Wilson has clients who invest $500,000 or more. He's telling everyone, regardless of their amount invested, not to panic.
Tue, April 22, 2025

by: WCAX3

New South Burlington business aims to repurpose e-waste

A new business model in Vermont wants to make a dent in the huge amounts of e-waste produced globally every year.

by: WMUR

Business leaders concerned about potential cuts to New Hampshire university system

Major cuts to New Hampshire's university system are on the table in the state's budget, but some business leaders say they could be bad news for the state's long-term success.

by: Flightglobal

Brazil's Gol extends exit financing deadline in response to US tariffs

Brazilian carrier Gol has extended a deadline for investors to participate in the company's $1.9 billion exit financing plan, citing the USA's trade war with most of the world.

by: Investopedia

Businesses Look to Their Wealthiest Customers in Uncertain Economy

Airlines and luxury clothing lines say they're relying more on the affluent as other consumers pull back.

by: WECT

Town of Burgaw finance officer arrested and charged for DWI, hit and run

Kalwitz was hired as the finance officer in January.

by: TechRadar

Hackers are hitting firewalls and VPNs to breach businesses

by: KIRO

CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Car slams into Vancouver businesses

A security camera recorded the moments a speeding driver crashed into a Vancouver bar on Tuesday morning.

by: Bloomberg

A $50 Billion Finance Deals Flurry Defies the Global M&A Gloom

A slew of mergers and acquisitions among finance-related firms is defying the global slump in dealmaking amid market turmoil triggered by US President Donald Trump's tariff war.

by: Forbes

Strategically Implementing AI: A Guide For Businesses

To maximize AI's benefits, businesses must approach adoption strategically—rather than treating it as a passing trend.

by: Reuters

Sale of Italian payments company PagoPA to mint and Poste hits valuation snag, sources say

A dispute over valuation is complicating Italy's plan to sell PagoPA, which handles digital payments to the public administration, to the state mint and financial conglomerate Poste Italiane , two sources close to the matter said.

by: KOIN

Oregon business owners decry 'whipsawing' tariffs

Sen, Ron Wyden hosted the roundtable at the Port of Portland where he heard a number of business leaders say they're already feeling the consequences of these tariffs.

by: CNN

FTC sues Uber, alleging 'deceptive' Uber One charges and cancellations

The Federal Trade Commission sued ride-hailing giant Uber Monday, alleging "deceptive" billing and cancellation practices in its Uber One subscription service.

by: Moneycontrol

Committed to simplify regulation and reduce business costs, assures FM Sitharaman

Finance Minister Sitharaman said scaling up manufacturing is essential to absorb India's young workforce, reduce import dependencies and build competitive global supply chains.

by: Zawya

DMCC tradeflow secures Shariah certification, advancing Dubai's global role in Islamic Finance

The newly appointed Shariah Supervisory Board will ensure that all transactions through the DMCC Tradeflow adhere strictly to Shariah's rules and principles and the highest ethical and regulatory standards, confirming that it remains at the forefront of innovation and integrity in Islamic trade finance.

by: Fortune

Siemens says it will invest $285 million in U.S. manufacturing, including two new facilities in California and Texas

The recent investments in the Siemens' U.S. manufacturing footprint and the planned acquisition of Altair, a Michigan-based software company, mark more than $10 billion in investment in the U.S.

by: BBC

Everton news: Financial reports show Toffees can 'build towards something new'

Everton news: Financial reports show Toffees can 'build towards something new'
Mon, April 21, 2025

by: WLWT

Northern Kentucky mayor accused of mishandling finances, removed from office

The mayor of Williamstown, Kentucky, has been removed from office and an acting interim mayor has been appointed to take his place.

by: WMUR

Senate Finance Committee questions cuts made to Department of Corrections in House budget

Prison officials are asking for help at the New Hampshire State House, with the Department of Corrections facing significant cuts.

by: Moneycontrol

AI, innovation and investments: What FM Sitharaman discussed with Silicon Valley giants

Sitharaman arrived in San Francisco on Sunday as she began her 11-day trip to the US and Peru with an interaction with the Indian diaspora in the Californian city.

by: Reuters

US stocks nosedive as Trump harangues Powell

Wall Street stocks skidded on Monday after U.S. President Donald Trump doubled down on attacks against Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, amplifying concerns about the central bank's autonomy and rattling markets.

by: Patch

New Report Lists CT's 'Most Popular' Local Businesses

These are the "most devotion-worthy small businesses" in Connecticut. How far would you drive to visit No. 1?

by: WJAX

City finance chair wants a list of Gateway Jax investors as council considers land swap

Council Finance Chair Ron Salem wants to know who stands to profit from the exchange, which he believes is based on questionable appraisals.

by: WKOW

Sun Prairie School District names next director of business and finance

SUN PRAIRIE, Wis. (WKOW) — The Sun Prairie Area School District has named Matt Clark as their next director of business and finance. Clark brings a background in school finance and operations, with six years in public school business offices.

by: Forbes

Trump Vs. Powell: Business Planning Implications

President Trump appointed Powell to lead the Fed in 2018.

by: CNET

FreeTaxUSA 2025 Review: A Cheap Way to File Your Federal and State Taxes

Self-employed filers looking for a cheap way to file their taxes could be well served by FreeTaxUSA. While FreeTaxUSA doesn't let you import 1099 forms, you can enter as many as you want, completely free. This is also the case with CashApp Taxes, though the service's professional tax support is basically nonexistent.

by: CNN

Starbucks is updating its dress code for baristas | CNN Business

Starbucks is updating its uniform policy, emphasizing the appearance of its recognizable "green aprons" as part of CEO Brian Niccol's broader plans to revive the slumping brand.

by: MassLive

People in Business: April 21, 2025

People in Business

by: BBC

Guardiola on injuries, Grealish and summer business

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has been speaking to the media before Saturday's Premier League game against Crystal Palace (kick-off 12:30 BST). Guardiola confirmed defensive trio Manuel Akanji, John Stones and Nathan Ake are "still injured" for Saturday's match.

by: Artemis

Best of Artemis, week ending April 20th 2025 - Artemis.bm

Here are the ten most popular news articles, week ending April 20th 2025, covering catastrophe bonds, ILS, reinsurance capital and related risk transfer

by: Fortune

Elon Musk's Tesla reportedly halts Cybertruck deliveries as owners complain of metal sides falling off

It comes amid numerous instances of build quality issues with the Cybertruck and marks the latest problem plaguing the once promising vehicle.

DOGE is shuttering a consumer watchdog, which may clear the way for Musk's X payments platform plans, think-tank boss says

The latest U.S. agency in DOGE's cost-cutting sights is one that may have directly intersected with Elon Musk's business interests.

Elon Musk's social media platform X is under scrutiny by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) due to its integration of cryptocurrency, particularly Dogecoin, into its payment systems. The CFPB is concerned about the potential risks to consumers, including fraud and market manipulation, as X aims to become a comprehensive financial hub. Musk's vocal support for Dogecoin has raised questions about the platform's impartiality and the safety of its financial services. The investigation comes at a time when X is expanding its payment capabilities, which could significantly impact the financial technology landscape.

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https://fortune.com/2025/02/13/elon-musk-doge-cfpb-x-payments-platform/